Went to doc, doc said JW religion oppressive

by purplesofa 24 Replies latest jw friends

  • zagor
    zagor
    When I go to church I need to hear something encouraging, something that will make me feel good, not how bad I am, I already know that.

    LOL, too right. That was great, thanx for sharing that

  • jwfacts
    jwfacts

    I am currently see a psychologist who specialises in Cognitive Behavioual Therapy. It is wonderful, so helpful. My psychologist is very upset with the mental and emotional abuse that the Watchtower Society imposes on its members. Using guilt and fear is a terrible way to motivate people to do what is right.

  • purplesofa
    purplesofa

    Thank you all for your comments. I appreciate them very much.

    Here is a song by Keb Mo, although I am not begging for change at a stoplight literally, in some ways when we come out we feel that way.

    CHANGE

    Well the stars are out tonight
    And I got no where to go
    Well my no where is somewhere
    You really don't wanna know

    And in the morning
    I'll be at the stoplight
    Looking kinda strange
    Asking for forgivness and
    Begging for some change
    Begging for a change
    That will turn my life around
    Change that will put my feet on the ground
    Change that will make everything okay

    Well I don't like standing here
    With a bucket and a sign
    And I haven't seen my family
    In a very long time
    And I don't mean to make you feel guilty
    On top of all your stress and strain
    Like me your praying to the lord above
    Begging for some change
    yea your begging for a change
    that will turn your life around
    Change that will put your feet on the ground
    Change that will make everything okay

    For a change of the good of everyone
    Change for the love of everyone
    Change that will make everything allright

    And don't act like you don't see me
    Cause brother I know you do
    How about a little donation
    I wanna help you too

    For a change that will turn your life around
    A change that will put your feet on the ground
    A change that will make everything okay
    Yes it will

    Well I got no room for a sofa
    And I got no tv
    But I got this little lady
    A kind stranger that came to me
    And I heard about the bloody school yards
    And the questions of who to blame
    I hear the children crying for a change
    Begging for a change
    yea their begging for a change
    that will turn their life around
    Change that will put their feet on the ground
    Change that will make everything okay

  • becca1
    becca1

    Aw purps! I"m soo sorry you are feeling bad. I think you have a good therapist, though. Keep going and let us know of any new insights you learn.

    I always appreciate your posts. You are encouraging and openminded, not mean and oppinionated. You have a lot to offer, so don't sell yourself short.

    I am considering therapy myself. I really think I need expert help to unravel 47 years of indoctination. We definitly need the help and support of others.

  • outoftheorg
    outoftheorg

    I am sorry that you have gone through such a hard time recently. It is really difficult when several things go bad close together and then the memories pack up and it gets more difficult.

    Seeing your doctor and one so understanding is great. I noticed that there is one thing you need to remember that was not mentioned. Or I may have missed it.

    It is especially useful when some thing like losing your boy friend happens. We often beat ourselves and take all the blame.

    That is when you need to know that you are a loveable person deserving of respect and love. You are one of the most kind and caring persons on this forum. The man that left you has his problems and you are not one of them.

    life will get better, you are loveable, and love will come your way again.

    Outoftheorg

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